The nurse is conducting an admission assessment for a terminal patient. The patient's caregiver is assisting with the health history. Which question asked during the family history should the nurse direct at the caregiver?
1) Have you ever provided care to a patient who is dying?
2) Do you have Medical Power of Attorney?
3) Who will be helping you provide care to your family member?
4) Do you work full-time outside of the home?
Question 2
When conducting a review of systems as part of the health history interview, the nurse notes that the patient is immobile. Which question is the priority when planning hospital care to reduce the risk of impaired skin integrity?
1) Do you have a pressure-reducing mattress at home?
2) How often do you turn the patient?
3) What and how often is the patient eating?
4) Have you told the doctor that the patient is having problems walking?
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